Creamy Shrimp Pasta (30-Minute Garlic Parmesan)
This creamy shrimp pasta recipe features tender jumbo shrimp, garlic, parmesan, and a rich cream sauce, ready in just 30 minutes.
Equipment
- large skillet
- Pasta pot
- colander
- Spatula or tongs
- grater (for parmesan)
Ingredients
- 12 oz. fettuccine
- 2 Tbsp. olive oil
- 12 Tbsp. salted butter
- 1 lb. jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups freshly grated parmesan (about 8 oz.)
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped, plus more for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; do not rinse.
- Heat olive oil and 2 Tbsp. butter in skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sauté shrimp with salt and pepper until pink, 2–2.5 minutes. Set aside.
- Add cream and remaining butter to skillet; reduce heat to medium.
- Stir in garlic and 1½ cups parmesan until smooth and thickened.
- Return shrimp and pasta to pan; toss to coat in sauce.
- Add parsley, adjust seasoning, and combine everything gently.
- Top with remaining ½ cup parmesan and extra parsley.
- Serve hot, straight from skillet or on plates.
Notes
Always use freshly grated parmesan for a smooth sauce.
Avoid overcooking shrimp—they cook quickly.
For a twist, add lemon zest or red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
Calories: 680kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 32gFat: 44gSaturated Fat: 24gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 220mgSodium: 780mgPotassium: 410mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 950IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 2mg